COMPUTER SOFTWARE/HARDWARE REPAIR & ESSENTIALS (BUS840) 1/2 credit / Grades 10 - 12

*MATC College/Transcripted Course (receive both high school & MATC college credits)
BUILD A COMPUTER! BUILD A NETWORK! START YOUR IT CAREER! LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN THE FIELD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY OR COMPUTERS? OR DO YOU JUST LIKE USING THE COMPUTER?
Questions? Contact Mr. Scott Fernholz


This course presents an in-depth exposure to personal computer hardware. Students learn the functionality of hardware components as well as suggested best practices in maintenance and safety issues. Through hands on activities and labs, students learn how to assemble & configure a computer, install and work with multiple operating systems, connect up to a network, and troubleshoot computer hardware problems. This course prepares students for CompTIA’s A+ Essentials exam and is the equivalent of the first course in the Information Technology programs at Madison Area Technical College. You might also consider LaFollette’s Career Internship course (see Mr. Graham for details) for potential career Information Technology employment opportunities. A Wisconsin state-sponsored Youth Apprenticeship program is also available. Students can take this course for College, Transcripted Credit with MATC as well as receiving high school credit.

*As a result of an articulation agreement with MATC, students (Grades 11-12) completing this course with a grade of C or better will receive “college, transcripted credit”, both high school and MATC college credit. By participating in the dual credit program, it enables you to make substantial progress toward your college degree before finishing high school. UW System Transfer Information System